10 Space Movies That Broke All The Rules

10. 2001: A Space Odyssey

At a time when space movies weren't as common as they are now, 2001: A Space Odyssey not only broke the mould for this genre, but it pushed the limits of what was cinematically possible in general.

Stanley Kubrick's 1968 magnum opus took us all the way from the dawn of man to beyond the infinite in this unforgettable cosmic masterpiece. It has been blowing minds for over 50 years, and is still frequently cited as one of the greatest science fiction movies of all time, and certainly one of the most influential.

From its iconic imagery, to the truly out of this world ending, 2001's use of practical effects and beautiful symmetrical cinematography provided the blueprint for all space set movies that would follow.